Flexic 100 mg/50 mg Tablet
West-Coast Pharmaceutical Works Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablets in 1 strip
97.54

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Pain relief Osteoarthritis of knee and hip joints

COMPOSITION:
Aceclofenac (100mg) Diacerein (50mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
pain analgesics

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Taking aceclofenac with alcohol may increase risk of stomach bleeding.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Flexic 100 mg/50 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

No information is available on the use of Flexic 100 mg/50 mg Tablet during lactation. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Flexic 100 mg/50 mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, drowsy or affect your vision. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

Flexic 100 mg/50 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Flexic 100 mg/50 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

UNSAFE
Liver
UNSAFE

Flexic 100 mg/50 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.


Aceclofenac   100mg

Uses of Aceclofenac
Aceclofenac is used for pain reliefIt relieves pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis.

How to use Aceclofenac
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Flexic 100 mg/50 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.This will help to avoid acidity and heartburn.

How Flexic 100 mg/50 mg Tablet works
Aceclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by suppressing the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (redness and swelling), fever and pain.

Side Effects:

Common Abdominal pain, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Epigastric pain, Flatulence, Vomiting, Nausea, Indigestion.

Expert advice for Aceclofenac
It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach. It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time. Aceclofenac can raise a risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is aceclofenac safe?
Aceclofenac (also available as Hifenac, Zerodol) is safe at the prescribed dose by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Is aceclofenac a painkiller/ antipyretic/ antibiotic?
Aceclofenac is a pain relieving medication and not an antibiotic. It may reduce fever; however consult your doctor regarding its use

Q. Is aceclofenac better than diclofenac?
Aceclofenac is structurally related and metabolised to diclofenac. Both are equally effective and safe in relieving pain. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Is aceclofenac paracetamol/ aspirin?
No. Aceclofenac is not paracetamol or aspirin.

Diacerein   50mg

Uses of Diacerein
Diacerein is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis of knee and hip joints.

How to use Diacerein
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Flexic 100 mg/50 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.This will help to avoid acidity and heartburn.

How Flexic 100 mg/50 mg Tablet works
Diacerein blocks the chemicals that cause inflammation and pain. It builds cartilage (the hard connective tissue in the bones near the joints) in the body.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Abdominal cramp, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Diacerein
Do not take diacerein, if you are allergic to diacerein or any of the other ingredient.Consult your doctor before using diacerein, if you have a history of any kidney problems; liver disease; chronic inflammatory conditions of the gut; or any dehydration problems.Avoid using diacerein, if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is diacerein used for?
Diacerein is used for treating swelling and pain in the joints due to osteoarthritis

Q. How does diacerein work?
Diacerein belongs to a class of medication call anthraquinones. It acts by blocking chemicals which cause inflammation and destruction of cartilage in the body

Q. Is diacerein safe?
Diacerein is safe when taken for an indication and at a dose strictly instructed by your doctor

Q. Is diacerein a steroid or painkiller?
Diacerein is not a steroid or pain killer

Q. What is diacerein with a glucosamine tab?
Diacerein is sometimes sold in combination with glucosamine for treating symptoms of osteoarthritis.